Author: johnsok@augsburg.edu

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Employee Assistance Plan

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Need to talk with a professional about challenges at home or work? Feeling stressed or anxious about the upcoming election?

Augsburg offers employees access to professional counselors and work/life specialists at no-cost through its EAP plans.

A Licensed Professional Counselor can help you with:
– Stress, depression, anxiety
– Relationship issues, divorce
– Anger, grief and loss
– Job stress, work conflicts
– Family and parenting problems
– Addiction, eating disorders, mental illness

Work/Life Specialists find support services and local resources to help with:
– Child and elder care
– Legal concerns**
– Financial issues
– Time management
– Relocation issues
– Identity Theft

UNUM EAP
Available to all employees
Phone: 1-800-854-1446
Website: Unum.com/support/employees/life-balance

Medica EAP
Available to Medica Health plan members
Phone: 1-800-626-7944
Website: LiveAndWorkWell.com

EAP services are not available to students. Students can seek resources through the Center for Wellness and Counseling.

Access your UNUM EAP

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 15

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for BIPOC college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, our program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

National First-Generation College Celebration Week – November 4-8

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*

Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00am – 3:00pm Christiansen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!

10:40am – 11:00am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutson, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutson shares her story.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00pm – 3:30pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!

Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First Gen Story
5:30pm – 7:00pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!

Friday, Nov. 8th: National First Gen Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00am – 12:30pm, Gage Center
TRIO SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support first generation college students – treats provided!

Enemy of the People Opening This Friday

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5!! General Public is $12 and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Have You Made a Plan to Vote?

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5. Have you made a plan to vote?

There are no classes at Augsburg on Election Day and it’s a holiday for faculty and staff in order to make it easier for our community to vote, volunteer, and take part in the democratic process.

Students: If you live on campus, your polling place is in Christensen Center. If you did not already register to vote, your student ID will work as proof of residence if you are voting on campus OR in the city of Minneapolis, because Augsburg provided a list of students who live on campus or in Minneapolis to the county elections office.

If you have questions about voting or need help, you can call or text the Minnesota Secretary of State call center from 8 a.m.–4 p.m..

CALL: 1-877-600-VOTE (8683)
TEXT: 651-217-3862

For more information, visit the Secretary of State’s website.

All Saints Commemoration

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, November 1, we will hold an All Saints service at 10:40 am in Hoversten Chapel. The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. In this service we remember loved ones who have died, especially in this past year. We will hold a special service with music from the Global Harmony Choir, music faculty Kenneth Green and Brian De Young, and student chamber musicians. Please submit names you would like included in the service to the campus ministry office by emailing Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu by noon on October 31.

Día de los Muertos Program on October 31

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

“These are the times to grow our souls.”
–Grace Lee Boggs

Please join Campus Ministry and the Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies in a student-led community program in commemoration of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). The program will take place on Thursday, October 31, from 11:30am to 11:50am in the Hoversten Chapel. All are welcome as we take a moment to honor the departed. Small refreshments will also be provided.

If you have any questions, please contact Antonio Vásquez at vasquez1@augsburg.edu.

Interactive Interfaith Conversation: What Does Care Look Like in Professional Settings?

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.

When: Thursday, November 7
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!

Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.

If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Employer Tabling TODAY: Arthur’s Senior Care

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet a possible employer, Arthur’s Senior Care, today and tomorrow in the Christensen Center Lobby from 9am-2pm!

Arthur’s Senior Care is a sister company to ACR Homes and provides exceptional assisted living and memory care in two six-person homes close to campus in Roseville and Shoreview.

With more than 35 years of experience in Alzheimer’s care and other types of dementia, we are prepared to support people in all stages of the disease. We can also provide specialized care for clients with conditions such as Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, ALS, diabetes, mobility issues, and other conditions, as well as hospice care.

Stop by the Arthur’s Senior Care info table in the Billy to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of Seniors. Arthur’s Senior Care is staffed by ACR Homes and has numerous opportunities whether you are looking for a flexible job that fits around your class schedule, patient care experience/hours, an impactful internship (in any major), or a rewarding career after school.

Stop by and chat with Austin Morrow, Arthur’s Recruiter, to hear what Arthur’s has to offer, get your questions answered, and of course get a free gift.

Thank you for your time and we are looking forward to talking to you soon.

http://www.acrthursseniorcare.com

ACR is an EEO/AA employer

Employer Tabling: Arthur’s Senior Care

Employer Tabling TODAY: Partnerships for Permanence

submitted by carrigan@augsburg.edu

Come meet possible employer, Partnerships for Permanence, TODAY in the Christensen Center Lobby from 10am-2pm.

Partnerships for Permanence (P4P) is a nonprofit organization that bridges opportunity gaps for young people entering adulthood from the child welfare system. We are a community of professionals and youth with lived experience in foster care and adoption creating systems change through support services, advocacy, and personal development training.

Employer Tabling: Partnerships for Permanence (P4P)

Sharing Sad News About Jeanne L. Narum

submitted by bergc2@augsburg.edu

We recently learned that former Augsburg staff member, Jeanne L. Narum, died on October 23, 2024, at the age of 88. Jeanne served as Vice President for Development at Augsburg from 1985-1988. We extend our sympathies to Jeanne’s family, friends and colleagues.

A memorial service will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Northfield, Minnesota on May 3, 2025. Memorials may be sent to: The William and Jeanne Narum Fund, St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Avenue, Northfield, MN 55057.

A full obituary is linked below.

Jeanne L. Narum obituary

Mark Your Calendar – Open Enrollment Begins November 11

submitted by vachta@augsburg.edu

Open Enrollment, the annual period when benefits-eligible employees make their benefit choices for the coming year, begins Monday, November 11 and continues through Sunday, November 24. This is the only time of year when you may elect or change your benefits, unless you experience a qualifying life event.
All benefits-eligible employees are encouraged to attend open enrollment information sessions. The first session will be held virtually on Thursday, November 7 at 12:00 noon.
The 2025 Benefit Guide will be available by November 4 – watch A-mail for the announcement.

Coming in 2025: Convenient Care Anytime, Anywhere with Kavira!
Starting in 2025, Augsburg is pleased to introduce an additional benefit for our medical plan participants: primary and urgent care services through Kavira, at no extra cost. Kavira offers virtual and in-home visits, providing convenient access to care at little to no cost for those enrolled in our medical plans. Feedback from other Minnesota Private College Council (MPCC) schools has been overwhelmingly positive, and we’re excited to pilot this benefit with the Augsburg community.

Stay tuned for more information about Kavira and how you can access these services.

Mark your calendar to attend the following information sessions. Zoom links will be provided via A-mail.
11/7, 11:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/11, 10:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Marshall Room
11/11, 11:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Marshall Room
11/13, 9:00 a.m. – General Open Enrollment Session, Virtual
11/13, 10:30 a.m. – Kavira Information Session, Virtual

Add these events to your Google calendar! Visit the HR website sites.augsburg.edu/hr and add the Payroll and Benefits calendar.

Email hr@augsburg.edu with any questions about these events.

Visit the HR Web Site

Moodle Update

submitted by hadjiyanis@augsburg.edu

Thank you for your patience as we continue to improve Augsburg’s Moodle site.

Over the past month we added new features that worked well in our test environment, but one feature acted differently when a lot of people were using Moodle at the same time. It caused performance issues with our level of user activity. So, we’re working with the feature’s vendor to get to the root cause.

On the IT page is a status page that will note when services are down.

IT page

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/22/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000022118039-seasonal-assistant-women-s-hockey-coach
10/21/2024: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021874685-public-safety-officer

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 15

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for BIPOC college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, our program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Student-Directed Play Auditions in Two Weeks

submitted by schonc@augsburg.edu

This year’s student-directed play “Tian” starts auditions in just two weeks. Whether you are already experienced on stage, or want to dive into a new adventure – we are so excited to meet you. All necessary information, including our Instagram and the sign-up sheet, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/tianplay

Play Description: Who owns history? And who is allowed to tell its stories? The student-written piece Tian centers around these fundamental questions. This conflict becomes clear when the audience is led through the life of romantic poet Karoline von Günderrode by two characters with two very different claims to Karoline’s story: Bettine von Arnim, contemporary and close friend of Karoline, who wants to paint a strong, feminist picture; and the Playwright whose goal is to create an enticing, heart wrenching play. The audience finds themselves in the in-betweens of history, whilst being part of Karoline’s personal journey filled with struggles, doubt, and dreams.

Tian LinkTree

Moodle Update

submitted by hadjiyanis@augsburg.edu

Thank you for your patience as we continue to improve Augsburg’s Moodle site.

Over the past month we added new features that worked well in our test environment, but one feature acted differently when a lot of people were using Moodle at the same time. It caused performance issues with our level of user activity. So, we’re working with the feature’s vendor to get to the root cause.

On the IT page is a status page that will note when services are down.

IT page

National First-Generation College Celebration Week – November 4-8

submitted by rodrig@augsburg.edu

November 8th was selected as the date for the annual National First-Generation College Celebration to honor the anniversary of the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965. The HEA was passed to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, regardless of income. In recognition of First-Generation College Celebration Day, the departments of TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO McNair Scholars, and Multicultural Life will be hosting events that highlight the first-generation college experience during the week of November 4th. These events are geared towards students but all are welcome to attend! *There will be a raffle for everyone who attends and signs in! Prizes include vintage TRIO gear and other swag!*

Monday, Nov. 4th: First-Generation Week Kick-Off
9:00am – 3:00pm Christiansen Center
Games, photo booth with Auggie Eagle, games, activities, and more!

10:40am – 11:00am, Hoversten Chapel
Guest Speaker: Morgan Knutson, Strommen Center
Fellow staff and first gen Morgan Knutson shares her story.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: Strommen Center and TRIO SSS Present: The Hidden Curriculum of Networking
2:00pm – 3:30pm, Augsburg Room
Strommen Center presents on networking followed by a panel discussion from first gen professionals/graduate students. Refreshments provided!

Thursday, Nov. 7th: Share Your First Gen Story
5:30pm – 7:00pm, SCI 123
Voicing first gen experiences of students around campus and building community, including a first gen panel. Refreshments provided!

Friday, Nov. 8th: National First Gen Celebration Day at Augsburg’s Gage Center!
9:00am – 12:30pm, Gage Center
TRIO SSS, CLASS office, and Academic Advising share space and support first generation college students – treats provided!

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Time to Sign Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Interactive Interfaith Conversation: What Does Care Look Like in Professional Settings?

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.

When: Thursday, November 7
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!

Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.

If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways Program – Paid Internships at the State Capitol – Applications Due November 15

submitted by finka2@augsburg.edu

Capitol Pathways is a paid spring internship program for BIPOC college students. With the long-term goal of making Minnesota state government and policymaking more representative of our diverse communities, our program provides students leadership, legislative and career readiness training alongside an immersive internship experience with an organization working in policy during the legislative session. This is a spring internship from January – May, 2025.

Minnesota Capitol Pathways Information & Application

Northbound I-35W Ramp and I-94 Lane Closures (October 28–November 29)

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

If you travel to campus via northbound I-35W and I-94 in Minneapolis, you will need to plan your route in advance and give yourself additional travel time starting October 28.

Beginning at 5 a.m. on Monday, October 28, the ramp from northbound I-35W to eastbound I-94 will be closed through Friday, November 29. Both directions of I-94 will also be reduced to two lanes between 11th Avenue South and Franklin Avenue Southeast.

The lane and ramp closures are necessary to allow crews to build crossovers to shift traffic during construction on I-94 in 2025. Crews will be doing maintenance and repair work on five bridges along I-94 in Minneapolis. These bridges include:

– I-94 bridge (Dartmouth Bridge) that spans the Mississippi River
– Riverside Avenue bridge over I-94
– I-94 over Cedar Avenue
– I-94 over the Light Rail Transit (Blue Line)
– I-94 over Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave.

During construction in 2025, motorists can expect I-94 to be reduced to two lanes in each direction between Hwy 55/Hiawatha Avenue and the Franklin Avenue bridge over I-94. Crews will also need to temporarily close ramps along I-94 at Huron Blvd, Riverside Avenue, Cedar Avenue, and 6th and 7th streets near downtown Minneapolis. When construction is completed in fall 2025, these five bridges along I-94 will have a smoother and safer riding surface.

Visit the I-94 Minneapolis MNDOT project webpage.

TONIGHT – Brutal Utopias Documentary Screening – 5-6 p.m.

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Join Twin Cities DSA for a screening of BRUTAL UTOPIAS, a short film by Morgan Adamson documenting Cedar-Riverside’s history of resistance and navigation of ecological and infrastructural sites of struggle. This event is hosted in collaboration with UMN Geography Club, UMN YDSA, and Minnesota Urban Studies Student Association (MUSSA).

Our Streets will be tabling at the event and sharing information about the history of highways in Cedar Riverside and the Twin Cities Boulevard campaign.

RSVP! https://secure.everyaction.com/7HC1EvPhJk20l1ILNXJINg2
Learn more about Our Streets: https://www.ourstreetsmn.org/

2024 Overcoming Racism Conference: Reparations in Action – Friday, November 8

submitted by gilmerje@augsburg.edu

Friday, November 8, 8:30AM – 4:30PM

ORGANIZED AND CREATED BY THE VOLUNTEERS OF THE FACILITATING RACIAL EQUITY COLLABORATIVE (FREC)

The conference will be held at Metro State University, 700 E 7th St., St. Paul, MN 55106

The 2024 Overcoming Racism Conference will look at the grievous harm racist policies and practices have caused the intersectional identities of Black, Indigenous, and other Communities of Color in the United States in housing, employment, criminal justice, education, and other sectors of our society. The conference will also highlight significant work underway in these sectors to bring justice and repair to those who have been harmed.

Conference Learning Objectives:
As a result of attending the 2024 Overcoming Racism Conference, participants will be able to:
Describe the harm of racism in numerous sectors in the State of MN
Identify concrete steps toward repairing the harm of racism
Imagine and name new possibilities for repairing the harm, and
Know about different opportunities for sharing and collaborating across sectors

In addition, participants will be invited to address racism through participation in the Facilitation Racial Equity Collaborative (FREC).

Learn more and register–FREE for Indigenous/Native Peoples and Descendants of American Slavery–https://overcomingracism.swoogo.com/frec2024

https://overcomingracism.swoogo.com/frec2024

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Interactive Interfaith Conversation: What Does Care Look Like in Professional Settings?

submitted by truesmit@augsburg.edu

Join Interfaith Scholars and the Interfaith Institute for a guest panel and conversation on what care looks like in professional settings.

When: Thursday, November 7
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Hagfors 101
Who: All are welcome!

Special guests include Jenean Gilmer, Program Manager for Community-Engaged Learning at the Sabo Center; Katie Clark, Associate Professor in Nursing and Executive Director of the Augsburg Health Commons; and Joffrey Wilson, Vice President Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Mortenson.

If you need accommodations, please contact us: interfaith@augsburg.edu

Enemy of the People Performing This Week

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5!! General Public is $12 and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Moodle Update

submitted by hadjiyanis@augsburg.edu

Thank you for your patience as we continue to improve Augsburg’s Moodle site.

Over the past month we added new features that worked well in our test environment, but one feature acted differently when a lot of people were using Moodle at the same time. It caused performance issues with our level of user activity. So, we’re working with the feature’s vendor to get to the root cause.

On the IT page is a status page that will note when services are down.

IT page

Remaining Sessions for Seeing Things Whole Continuing Education Series

submitted by cliftonk@augsburg.edu

Join us for the remaining sessions of STW’s Continuing Education Series designed to empower you with the tools and insights needed to tackle challenges, make informed decisions, foster collaboration, and drive meaningful change.

Upcoming Sessions:
Tuesday, Oct 29: Types of Knowledge: Accessing Your Inner Wisdom
Tuesday, Nov 12: The Coin Flip Model of Responsible Decision-Making
Tuesday, Nov 19: Communication, Clarity, and Collaboration
Tuesday, Nov 26th: Mindful Implementation and Change

All Sessions are Online, last 90 minutes, and start at 12:00 pm CST. All sessions are taught by Elaine Eschenbacher.

Use the coupon code: #STWCESeries2024 to receive 50% off the registration fee.

Register –> https://bit.ly/STWCEseries24

Questions? Contact Keri at cliftonk@augsburg.edu

All Saints Commemoration

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, November 1, we will hold an All Saints service at 10:40 am in Hoversten Chapel. The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. In this service we remember loved ones who have died, especially in this past year. We will hold a special service with music from the Global Harmony Choir, music faculty Kenneth Green and Brian De Young, and student chamber musicians. Please submit names you would like included in the service to the campus ministry office by emailing Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu by noon on October 31.

Día de los Muertos Program on October 31

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

“These are the times to grow our souls.”
–Grace Lee Boggs

Please join Campus Ministry and the Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies in a student-led community program in commemoration of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). The program will take place on Thursday, October 31, from 11:30am to 11:50am in the Hoversten Chapel. All are welcome as we take a moment to honor the departed. Small refreshments will also be provided.

If you have any questions, please contact Antonio Vásquez at vasquez1@augsburg.edu.

TODAY: Focused Conversation on 2024 Election

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the second of two October Focused Conversations, taking place at noon today. Join us for a conversation about navigating the upcoming election both in and out of the classroom.

Speakers:
– Bob Groven, associate professor of communication studies and director of the Minnesota Urban Debate League
– Alex Fink, assistant professor of social work and director of the Sabo Center
– Mike Grewe, dean of students

Monday, October 28, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/22/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000022118039-seasonal-assistant-women-s-hockey-coach
10/21/2024: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021874685-public-safety-officer

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/22/2024: Student: Inter-Library Loan Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000022139775-student-inter-library-loan-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
10/18/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021520305-student-isss-orientation-leader

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Prepare for Delays: Northbound I-35W Ramp and I-94 Lane Closures (October 28–November 29)

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

If you travel to campus via northbound I-35W and I-94 in Minneapolis, you will need to plan your route in advance and give yourself additional travel time starting October 28.

Beginning at 5 a.m. on Monday, October 28, the ramp from northbound I-35W to eastbound I-94 will be closed through Friday, November 29. Both directions of I-94 will also be reduced to two lanes between 11th Avenue South and Franklin Avenue Southeast.

The lane and ramp closures are necessary to allow crews to build crossovers to shift traffic during construction on I-94 in 2025. Crews will be doing maintenance and repair work on five bridges along I-94 in Minneapolis. These bridges include:

– I-94 bridge (Dartmouth Bridge) that spans the Mississippi River
– Riverside Avenue bridge over I-94
– I-94 over Cedar Avenue
– I-94 over the Light Rail Transit (Blue Line)
– I-94 over Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave.

During construction in 2025, motorists can expect I-94 to be reduced to two lanes in each direction between Hwy 55/Hiawatha Avenue and the Franklin Avenue bridge over I-94. Crews will also need to temporarily close ramps along I-94 at Huron Blvd, Riverside Avenue, Cedar Avenue, and 6th and 7th streets near downtown Minneapolis. When construction is completed in fall 2025, these five bridges along I-94 will have a smoother and safer riding surface.

Visit the I-94 Minneapolis MNDOT project webpage.

Enemy of the People Performing in Eight Days

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5!! General Public is $12 and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Time to Sign-Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Monday: Focused Conversation on 2024 Election

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the second of two October Focused Conversations on Monday, October 28. Join us for a conversation about navigating the upcoming election both in and out of the classroom.

Speakers:
– Bob Groven, associate professor of communication studies and director of the Minnesota Urban Debate League
– Alex Fink, assistant professor of social work and director of the Sabo Center
– Mike Grewe, dean of students

Monday, October 28, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/22/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000022118039-seasonal-assistant-women-s-hockey-coach
10/21/2024: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021874685-public-safety-officer

Search Augsburg Job Postings

New Student Positions This Week (3)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/22/2024: Student: Inter-Library Loan Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000022139775-student-inter-library-loan-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
10/18/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021520305-student-isss-orientation-leader
10/17/2024: Student: Concert Band Manager
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021178878-student-concert-band-manager

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Time to Sign-Up for Augsburg’s Annual Anti-Racism Training

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete an annual anti-racism training.

Please visit the following link for more information about this year’s training:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/anti-racism-training/

Click Here to Register

New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/22/2024: Student: Inter-Library Loan Assistant, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000022139775-student-inter-library-loan-assistant-academic-year-2024-25
10/18/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021520305-student-isss-orientation-leader
10/17/2024: Student: Concert Band Manager
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021178878-student-concert-band-manager
10/16/2024: Student: Public Safety Overnight Dispatcher, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000020817128-student-public-safety-overnight-dispatcher-academic-year-2024-25

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program Requirement Reminder

submitted by escobarr@augsburg.edu

During the June 9, 2020, town hall for faculty and staff, President Pribbenow announced seven new equity initiatives born out of response to the murder of George Floyd and Augsburg’s renewed commitment to accelerate and expand upon our university’s efforts to promote equity and inclusion during a national moment of racial and social justice reawakening. One of these initiatives was the requirement of Augsburg faculty and staff to complete the University’s Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program and stay in good-standing every year following completion.

To learn more about the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/certificate-program/

To register for a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program workshop, click the following link:
https://sites.augsburg.edu/diversity/events-calendar/

To get a report outlining your progress in the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program, email inclusion@augsburg.edu and request a “progress report”.

Día de los Muertos Program on October 31

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join Campus Ministry and the Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies in a student-led community program in commemoration of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). The program will take place on Thursday, October 31, from 11:30am to 11:50am in the Hoversten Chapel. All are welcome as we take a moment to honor the departed. Small refreshments will also be provided.

If you have any questions, please contact Antonio Vásquez at vasquez1@augsburg.edu.

Enemy of the People Performing in Nine Days

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5!! General Public is $12 and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Monday: Focused Conversation on 2024 Election

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the second of two October Focused Conversations on Monday, October 28. Join us for a conversation about navigating the upcoming election both in and out of the classroom.

Speakers:
– Bob Groven, associate professor of communication studies and director of the Minnesota Urban Debate League
– Alex Fink, assistant professor of social work and director of the Sabo Center
– Mike Grewe, dean of students

Monday, October 28, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

New Staff Positions This Week (2)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Staff positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/22/2024: Seasonal Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000022118039-seasonal-assistant-women-s-hockey-coach
10/21/2024: Public Safety Officer
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021874685-public-safety-officer

Search Augsburg Job Postings

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Enemy of the People Performing in Ten Days

submitted by gebbengn@augsburg.edu

Come see Enemy of the People! (A musical adaptation)

Performance dates are Nov 1-2 and 7-9 at 7PM, Nov 10 at 3PM
Location: Tjornhom-Nelson Theater
Students are just $5!! General Public is $12 and other Augsburg Community is $10!

An Enemy of the People examines how a community responds when the local doctor threatens to expose that the town’s water source they rely on for tourism is contaminated. It raises questions of how far a community will go to protect their town’s secret so they can keep tourism dollars coming and circumvent a path to financial ruin. Scenes and songs will happen in close proximity to the audience, compelling them to feel as if they are part of the story. Immersed in the play’s dilemma, audiences will find themselves part of the climactic ending of the play when they actually vote to shape the ending of the story.

TICKETS TO SEE ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Hiring Site Director for Augsburg CGEE in Norway

submitted by devega@augsburg.edu

Augsburg’s Center for Global Education and Experience (CGEE) and our partner institution in Norway, Østfold University College (OUC), are seeking qualified candidates to serve as the Site Director for our newest CGEE location based in Fredrikstad, Norway.

Learn more about the program: “Social Systems, Sustainability, and Justice in Norway”: http://go.augsburg.edu/norway

This full-time, year-round role will be a temporary position for three years, with the possibility of renewal into a permanent position after three years. This is a unique opportunity to lead and deliver high-impact educational programs, fostering cross-cultural understanding and academic excellence.

The Site Director will be responsible for managing and delivering university-level programming for US students enrolled in OUC’s joint programs with Augsburg CGEE. The main program, “Social Systems, Sustainability, and Justice in Norway,” spans a full semester and is offered twice a year, in the fall term and again in the spring term. The position also involves organizing and leading shorter customized programs that range from 1 to 3 weeks in length.

The position of Site Director will be an exciting and highly varied role. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, as you will be providing support to the students in the program, as well as coordinating and collaborating with relevant departments at OUC and reporting to CGEE. The position will require a significant amount of attention at times and will be considered a highly independent position, and some traveling between OUC and CGEE must be anticipated.

The position is located at Østfold University College, at the Fredrikstad campus, in Norway.

Apply by October 31, 2024.

Please note all questions about the hiring process should be directed to our partners at Østfold University College: Randi Sommerfelt, Dean, randi.sommerfelt[at]hiof.no

See full job posting on Østfold University College’s job board.

November 1 Deadline: Faculty-Led Study Abroad/Away Course Proposals

submitted by devega@augsburg.edu

The deadline for proposing domestic and international off-campus courses in academic year 2025-26 is November 1. If you have any questions about the proposal process or want to talk through a course idea, please contact Leah Spinosa de Vega in CGEE.

More information on submitting an off-campus course proposal.

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/

Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu or stop by Hagfors 101, Tuesdays, between 11:30 am-12:30 pm.

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Adjunct Faculty: Coffee with Your Union Stewards

submitted by gerlachs@augsburg.edu

Are you an adjunct faculty member? If so, please stop by Einstein’s Bagels in the Christensen Center Wednesday (today) between 12:30-1:30pm to say hello and chat with your Adjunct Union Stewards. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have about the union or the provisions of our Collective Bargaining Agreement, and coffee is on us!

Please Submit Names for All Saints Day Service

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, November 1, we will hold an All Saints service at 10:40 am in Hoversten Chapel. The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. In this service we remember loved ones who have died, especially in this past year. We celebrate and remember through song and prayer. Please submit names you would like included in the service to the campus ministry office by emailing Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu by noon on October 31.

Next Week: Focused Conversation on 2024 Election

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

All faculty and staff are invited to the second of two October Focused Conversations on Monday, October 28. Join us for a conversation about navigating the upcoming election both in and out of the classroom.

Speakers:
– Bob Groven, associate professor of communication studies and director of the Minnesota Urban Debate League
– Alex Fink, assistant professor of social work and director of the Sabo Center
– Mike Grewe, dean of students

Monday, October 28, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Marshall Room and via Zoom

To view the Focused Conversation schedule and access the livestream link, visit the All Hands page.

All Hands | Inside Augsburg (login required)

New Student Positions This Week (4)

submitted by hr@augsburg.edu

The following Augsburg Student positions were posted within the past 7 days:

10/18/2024: Student: ISSS Orientation Leader
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021520305-student-isss-orientation-leader
10/17/2024: Student: Concert Band Manager
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000021178878-student-concert-band-manager
10/16/2024: Student: Public Safety Overnight Dispatcher, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000020817128-student-public-safety-overnight-dispatcher-academic-year-2024-25
10/15/2024: Student: Part-Time Public Safety Officer, Academic Year 2024-25
– https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/AugsburgUniversity-MinneapolisMN/744000020497905-student-part-time-public-safety-officer-academic-year-2024-25

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Get in the Halloween Spirit: Judge Debates at MNUDL’s Halloween-Themed Tournament

submitted by froehlic@augsburg.edu

The Minnesota Urban Debate League, a program of Augsburg University, is seeking volunteers to judge debates this Friday (virtually) or Saturday (in person at Roseville Area High School.)

By judging debate, you’re helping students gain crucial academic skills like argumentation, critical thinking, reading comprehension, public speaking, and more. Plus, it’s a chance for them to gain confidence, collaborate with teammates, and take pride in representing their schools in a fun and competitive setting!

The tournament will have fun Halloween activities like a costume contest, treats, painted bowling pin trophies, and spooky vibes.

No debate experience is required to judge for the MNUDL. We’ll train you!

Please use this link to sign up by clicking on the relevant calendar date and shift:

https://mnudl.augsburg.edu/volunteer-opportunities/

Need a ride? Our grant through the AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund allows us to provide transportation to tournaments, if this is a barrier to your participation. If you need a ride to judge at Roseville Area High School, let our Volunteer Coordinator, Johan, know at udlvolunteers@augsburg.edu.

We hope to see you there!

Applications Are Now Open for the PRISM Scholars Program

submitted by brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM program is designed to support Augsburg juniors and seniors who wish to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Funded by the National Science Foundation, PRISM Scholars receive scholarships of up to $5,000 per semester. Scholars also become a part of the STEM community at Augsburg with opportunities for summer research, faculty mentoring, and career development.

Eligibility:
– Enrolled at least half-time in a STEM major (biology, biopsychology, biochemistry, chemistry, data science, computer science, mathematics, or physics)
– Within 5 semesters of graduating with a STEM degree as of Spring 2025 (graduating by May ‘27)
– Major GPA of 2.75 or higher
– U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or admitted refugee
– Demonstrated financial need as determined by financial aid status (Pell or MN State grant eligible or equivalent)

Application deadline: Monday, November 18th, 2024 at 11:59pm
Faculty reference deadline: Monday, November 25th, 2024 (applicants should get permission from one faculty member to serve as their reference and name them in their application).

Students who began their college careers at community colleges are encouraged to apply as well as students who began at Augsburg.

To apply, visit: https://admissions.augsburg.edu/apply/?sr=1613e20d-1114-4b0e-a4fb-d7cca4474e2f
For more information, go to: https://www.augsburg.edu/stem/prism/
Questions? Contact: Dr. Jennifer Brookins-King, brookinj@augsburg.edu

The PRISM Scholarship Program is funded by NSF Award #2030638 through August 2025. Scholarships awarded Fall 2025 and beyond are contingent on continued funding.

Funding for PRISM is provided through the National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM program which provides support for high-achieving STEM students with financial need at Augsburg University, Century College, Minneapolis College, and Normandale Community College.

Advancement Update: Augsburg Fund Allocation Policy Takes Effect November 1

submitted by cjohnson@augsburg.edu

At their fall meeting, the Board of Regents voted to implement a new Augsburg Fund Allocation policy as of November 1, 2024. Under this policy, Augsburg will allocate 5% of all restricted philanthropic gifts to the Augsburg Fund. In practice, this means that 95 cents on the dollar will go to accomplish the specific purpose of the gift. The remaining five cents will support the university as a whole.

It is important to note that this new policy will not apply to any gifts or pledges made before November 1, 2024. Additionally, Augsburg Fund Allocation will not be taken from distributions of existing endowed or restricted current-use funds, regardless of when the funds were established.

While it comprises a small percentage of any individual gift, this incremental allocation to the Augsburg Fund represents a significant investment in Augsburg’s future. Today, a majority of philanthropic gifts to Augsburg are directed toward a specific purpose, like a new scholarship or an athletic team. These activities typically require additional investments that are not funded by the gift itself—things like finance and business operations, fundraising, IT, and human resources. The Augsburg Fund allocation helps to offset these costs while supporting Augsburg’s long-term financial sustainability.

Under this policy, 100% of every gift will continue to benefit Augsburg and will be recognized in full as a charitable contribution for tax purposes. Donors can also continue to give directly to the Augsburg Fund, with no change in how those gifts are allocated. While this allocation practice is new for Augsburg, it mirrors similar policies in place at universities across the country.

Contact Amy Alkire, vice president for institutional advancement, with any questions. Amy can be emailed at alkirea@augsburg.edu or contacted by phone at 651-323-4844.

Learn more about the Augsburg Fund Allocation.

Learn More about the Augsburg Fund Allocation

Daily Chapel: Ellen Weber

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

Please join us in Hoversten Chapel at 11:30 for our next Uncovering Vocation chapel. Ellen Weber, Operations Program Associate for the Christensen Center for Vocation, will tell her story. Ellen joined the Christensen Center for Vocation team at the beginning of March 2022 and supports CCV by helping communicate the stories of their work. Additionally, she developed and implemented a new online collaborative learning community project.
Prior to working at Augsburg, she worked in a variety of settings from youth and young adult ministry, CADI waiver case management, speech coaching, working in higher ed, and working as a parent educator. Ellen was a member of the Riverside Innovation Hub’s first congregational partners working with young adults in a South Minneapolis congregation where she traveled with a group to Guatemala. They brought back their learnings that bloomed into a community space with fruit trees, a community garden and honey from the bees on top of the church. She serves on the board of Mental Health Connect, a collaborative that supports congregations with mental health resources, and is a member of the New Brighton Equity Commission.

All Saints Commemoration on November 1

submitted by dames@augsburg.edu

On Friday, November 1, we will hold an All Saints service at 10:40 am in Hoversten Chapel. The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. In this service we remember loved ones who have died, especially in this past year. We celebrate and remember through song and prayer. Please submit names you would like included in the service to the campus ministry office by emailing Janice Dames at dames@augsburg.edu by noon on October 31.

MN House 60B Candidate Forum on Campus TONIGHT

submitted by farrisr@augsburg.edu

The election is on November 5! Join Augsburg Day Student Government and Campus Life for an informational forum with candidates from MN House 60B (Augsburg’s district), moderated by student leaders and Campus Life.

What: MN House 60B candidate forum
When: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Where: Marshall Room, Christensen Center

View event details on Auggie Life.